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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMAY 12, 1998 I J .~ - MINUTES - Arcadia City P1anuing Commission Tuesday, May,12, 1998 7:15 p.m. in tbe Council Chamben Planning Commission proceedings are tape-recorded and on file in the office of the Community Development Division, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia met in regular session on Tuesday, May 12, 1998 at 7:15 p,m. in the Council Chambers of the City of Arcadia, at 240 W. Huntington Drive with Chairman John MUrphy presiding. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: ABSENT: Commissioners Bell, Bruckner, Huang, Kalemkiarian, Sleeter, Murphy None OTHERS ATTENDING: Council Member Gino Roncelli City Attorney Michael Miller Community Development Administrator Donna Butler Associate Planner Jim Kasama Assist8nt Planner John Halminski Secretllry Silva Vergel SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM STAFF REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS Ms. Butler indicated that the following items were distributed: A. A letter of opposition from Mr, Rei1kenregarding agenda items #4 and.5. B. Two additional conditions for agenda items #4 and 5. C. Map showing the turning radius addressing Mr. Renken's concerns, TIME RESERVED FOR THOSE IN THE AUDIENCE WHO WISH TO ADDRESS THE PLANNING COMMISSION ON NON-PUBLIC HEARING MATTERS (5 MINUTE LIMIT PER PERSON) None MOTION It was moved by Commissioner Sleeter, seconded by Commissioner Kalemkiarian to read the resolutions by title only and waive reading the full body of the resolution, The motion passed by voice vote with none dissenting, " / L ' MJNuTES of4l2"'_ e / I MOTION ( It was moved by Commissioner Bruckner, seconded by Commissioner Kalemkiarian to approve the Minutes of April 28th as published, ROLL CALL: AYES: NOES: Commissioners Bell, Bruckner, Huang, Kaiemkiarian, Sleeter, Murphy None 2. PUBLIC HEARING TM 52534 717-727 Fairview Ave, Alexander Catania Dev, Consideration of a tentative map for a 22-unit residential condominium project, The public hearing was opened. Guy Alexander, 2100 Orangewood, #1 i 0, Orange, was present to answer questions. No one spoke in favor of or in opposition to this item. MOTION It was moved by Commissioner Bell, seconded by Commissioner Sleeter to close 'the public hearing. The motion passed by voice vote with none dissenting, MOTION It was moved by Commissioner Kalemkiarian, seconded by Commissioner Bruckner to approve TM 52534subject.to the conditions in the staff report. ROLL CALL: AYES: NOES: Commissioners Bell, Bruckner, Huang, Kalemkiarian, Sleeter, Murphy None Chairman Murphy noted that there is a ten-day appeal period. Appeals are to be filed by Tuesday, May 26lh, Arcadia ciiy Pbmning Commission 2 SII2198 3, PUBLIC HEARING. 98-008 148 E. Duarte Rd. Monica McManus, dba: Be Be Cafe e Consideration of a conditional use permit and related landscaping and parking modification for a 740 sq. ft. eating establishment (coffee house/snack bar) with seating for a maximum of 16 people. The daily hours of operation will be 11:00 am. to 9:00 p,m. The staff report was presented, Staff indicated that the city is in the process of conducting a parking study and will be recommending changes, There is no definition in the code fora "coffee bar". The public hearing was opened. No one spoke in favor of or in opposition to this item. MOTION It was moved by Commissioner Sleeter, seconded by Commissioner Huang to close the public hearing. The motion passed by voice vote with none dissenting. Commissioner Bruckner said that he drives by this center and has never seen a pllrking problem, a parking probiem at this location would be a welcome change. This would be a positive addition. Chairman Murphy remarked that although he is against granting parking modifications, bethought this would be an exception because it is a minor request. MOTION It was moved by Commissioner Bruckner, seconded by Commissioner Sleeter to approve CUP 98-008 subject to the conditions in the staff report. ROLL CALL: AYES: NOES: Commissioners Bell, Bruckner, Huang, Kalemkiarian, Sleeter, Murphy None Chairman Murphy noted that there is a five working day appeal period after the adoption of the resolution, The resolution will be adopted onMay 26lh. Appeals are to be filed by Tuesday, June 2nd. Art:adia city PImuring Commission 3 Sll2l91l 4, PUBLIC HEARING. 98-009 99 N.Second Ave. Stonebridge Companies e Consideration of a conditional use permit for a 125 room Hilton Garden Inn with a parking modification for one parking space per guestroom. in lieu of },2 parking spaces required. 5. PUBLIC HEARING CUP 98-010 199 N. Second Ave. Stonebridge Companies Consideration of a conditional use permit for an 85 room Fairfield Suites with a parking modification for one parking space perguestroom in lieu of 1.2 pllrking spaces required. The staff report was presented, In response to questions, Ms, Butler said the Traffic Engineer did not feel that there was a problem with the location of the southerly driveway on Second Ave, There will be.no parking on Second Ave. The oak tree that will be removed will not be relocated because in past experiences, trees that were relocated did not do well and eventually died. Staff is requiring additional landscaping and feels that would be adequate. Signage is not a part of this request, If signs comply with code a public hearing will not be needed. The Modification Committee wouid review any modifications, .Stonebridge has been involved with the meetings regarding a joint cooperative sign with the City of Monro via. The public hearing was opened. Gary ROM, 2075 S. University, Denver, said he was representing Stonebridge Companies. His company has developed approximately 30 hotels and with the exception of 2 hotels, all were developed from the ground up. His company has a lot of experience in developing hotels. He remarked that the City's parking ratio is outdated and was for larger hotels that were constructed in the early 70s; that had 300- 400 rooms with banquet and meeting facilities. The proposed hotels do not have meeting facilities or restaurants, therefore, the parking will be adequate. Most of their hotels do have the 1 parking space per guestroom and the two hotels will have shared parking, The profile of their guests would be business travelers who would stay at these two hotels Monday"Friday and he did not anticipate busy weekend occupancies, With regard to concerns raised by Mr. Renken, he indicated that they discussed the issues with his represeniative and addressed those issues by modifying some of the landscape e areas and providing better access to his property. They have verbally agreed to $17,500 for off site improvements with the appropriate City department In response to comments made by Commissioner Huang, he said that the hiiIgoing up to'the train tracks would be landscaped and noted that the hotels will be spending approximately $1 million dollars on this project and would not have an aesthetically displeasing dirt hill at the rear of their property. Kelly Arft, 1915 Glenwood Way, Upland, representative for Mr. Renken said after discussing their concerns with the applicant's representative, they are Confident that the amended parking layout, landscaping and location of trash dumpsters will address any of their concerns. Arcadia City P1auning C<nnmission 4 SI1219ll - - .No one else spoke in favor of or in opposition to this item. MOTION It was moved by Commissioner Kalemkiarian, seconded by Commissioner Sleeter to close the public hearing. The motion passed by voice vote with none dissenting. Commissioner Kalemkiarian liked the project and Commissioner Huang's remarks regarding adequate landscaping for the train tracks. lie is the owner of a building that backs up to the train tracks and when the trains go by they kick up a lot of dust and noise and the landscaping would serve as. an excellent buffer. He felt that the Planning Commission and not the Modification Committee should review any sign:modification. Chairman Murphy did not think that a verbal agreement for the $17,500 was sufficient for off site improvements and thought it should be part of the conditions of approval. He thought it is a great project and complimented staff on a job well done. Ms. Butler explained that the payment of$17,500 isa mandatory part of the DDA. Commissioner Sleeter liked the project and remarked that it is nice to see a development in this area. Commissioner Huang agreed with all the points that were made and asked if the motion for approval could include the following: I. That treatment of the rear property line be reviewed by either Planning Commission or staff to assure that there is adequate landscaping which would provide additional sound proofing and also be aesthetically pleasing. 2. That the roof line of Hilton Garden Inn be re-reviewed by both the applicant and the City and possibly making attempts to improve it, to be similar to the roof line of Fairfield Inn. Ms. Butler indicated that staff has reviewed the plans and worked with the applicant and is pleased with what is being proposed but will review the plans again. MOTION It was moved by Commissioner Kalemkiarian, seconded by Commissioner Bruckner to approve CUP 98-009 and CUP 98-010 subject to the conditions in the staff report with the additional conditions as listed above. ROLL CALL: AYES: NOES:. Commissioners Bell, Bruckner, Huang, Kalemkiarian, Sleeter, Murphy None Chairman Murphy noted that there is a five working day appeal period after the adoption of the resolution. The resolution will be adopted onMay 26th. Appeals are to be filed by Tuesday, June 2nd. Arcadia City Planning Commission 5 5/12198 . - - 6. PUBLIC HEARING TPM 98-007 99-199 N. Second Ave. (northwest corner of Huntington Dr. and Second Ave.) Stonebridge Companies Consideration of a tentative parcel map to create two lots from the existing 19 lots plus the vacated alley, portions of Second Ave. and Wheeler Ave. The staff report was presented and the public hearing was opened. Gary Rohr, 2075 S. University, Denver, said he was repreSenting Stonebridge Companies and was present to answer any questions. No one else spoke in favor of or in opposition to this item. MOTION It was moved by Commissioner Sleeter, seconded by Commissioner Bell to close the public hearing. The motion passed by voice vote with none dissenting. MOTION It was moved by Commissioner Bruckner, seconded by Commissioner Kalemkiarian to approve TPM 98-007 subject to the conditions in the staff report. ROLL CALL: AYES: NOES: Commissioners Bell, Bruckner, Huang, Kalemkiarian, Sleeter, Murphy None Chairman Murphy noted that there is a ten-day appeal period. Appeals are to be.fiIed by Tuesday, May 26th. 7. PUBLIC HEARING MP 98-004 & ADR 98-007 311 S. Third Ave. Goodyear Investment Co. Consideration of modifications for a proposed 2-unit condominium project. The staff report was presented. Staff explained'the storage requirements and noted that 60 cubic feet of storage is required per garage space but they are proposing 120 cubic feet that would be separate from the common storage area. The public hearing was opened. Robert Tong, Sanyao Infl, 141 E. Duarte Rd., Arcadia, representing the property owner, said he is the architect of the project and Was in agreement with all of the conditions in the staff report. Arnadia City PbmninB ConnnisSinn 6 5/12198 ~ - Deborah Pousen, 54880 Ave. ViIIlejo, La Quinta, asked if the neighbors could see the proposed plans. After reviewing the plans, she indicated that although she was pleased that the driveway would. not abut her property, she was disappointed that they would lose their view of the mountains. She did not like what Arcadia has turned into. She did not like having trash dumpsters because there are only two units. It would be very noisy and disturbing. Staff indicated that the 4' encroachment.is for the porch. No one else spoke in favor of or in opposition to thisitem. MOTION It was moved by Commissioner Huang, seconded by Commissioner Bruckner to close the public hearing. The motion passed by voice vote with'none dissenting. Staff explained that the dumpsters will not be located outside and the storage areas in the garage area will be cupboard style. Landscape plan review is the last step in the plan check review process. Commissioner Kalemkiarian liked the projects that are designed by Mr. Tong and be liked the color scheme. To request a 4' setback for a porch, to him was negligible. Chairman Murphy felt sympathetic with the neighbors' concerns and remarked that this area is zoned for this type of a development, in fact, the density'forthisarea is 24 dwelling units per acre and the density of this project is below that requirement. MOTION It was moved by Commissioner Kalemkiarian, seconded by Commissioner Huang to approve MP 98-004 and ADR 98-007 subject to the conditions in the staff report. ROLL CALL: AYES: NOES: Commissioners Bell, Bruckner, Huang, Kalemkiarian, Sleeter, Murphy None Chairman Murph~ noted that there is a five working day appeal period. Appeals are to be filed by Tuesday, May 19 . . Arcadia city Planning Commission 7 5/12198 8. PUBLIC HEARING e8-006 & ADR 98-011 419 Genoa St. Royal Oaks Inv; . Consideration of modifications fora proposed 3-unit condominium project. The staff report was presented. Staff said that the minimum driveway width is 12.5' if the length of the driveway is under 120'. The proposed driveway is \3' wide. The public hearing was opened. Robert Tong, Sanyao Int'I, 141 E. Duarte Rd., Arcadia, representing the property owner, said he is the architect of the project and was in agreement with all of the conditions. in the staff report. No one else spoke in favor of or in opposition to this item. MOTION It was moved by Commissioner Huang, seconded by Commissioner Bruckner to close the public hearing. The motion passed by voice vote with none dissenting. Commissioner Bruckner said that it appears that. the garage for the front unit is facing the street, which presents a different street elevation and asked if that could be amended? Staff explained that due to the narrow width of the lot and the orientation of the other garages, they had to design the project in this manner. The Planning Commission could require that a bigh quality garage door with windows be installed to provide relief. The back flow equipment would be adequately screened from view. Chairman Murpby suggested toning the colors of the garage door. MOTION It was moved by Commissioner Kalemkiarian, seconded by Commissioner Huang to approve MP 98-006 and ADR 98-011 subject to the conditions in the staff report. ROLL CALL: AYES: NOES: Commissioners Bell, Bruckner, Huang, Kalemkiarian, Sleeter, Murphy None Chairman Murph,r noted that there is II five working day appeal period. Appeals are to be filed by Tuesday, May 19 . Amadin city PbmninB Commission '8 5112198 'NO~-PUBLIC HEARING as . 9. PLANNING COMMISSION DETERMINATION Determination that the proposed vacation of the alley at the northwest corner of Huntington Dr. and Second Ave. is in conformance with the City's General Plan. The staff report was presented. MOTION It was moved by Commissioner Sleeter, seconded by Commissioner Bell determining that the proposed vacation of the alley at the northwest corner of Huntington Dr. and Second Ave. is in conformance with the City's General Plan. ' ROLLCALL: AYES: NOES: Commissioners Bell, Bruckner, Huang, Kalemkiarian, Sleeter, Murphy None 10. RESOLUTION NO. 1566 A resolution of the Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia, California, denying MP98-006 appealing the Rancho Santa Anita Property Owner's Association's denial of a 10,199 sq. ft. house at 1035 Hampton Rd. Ms. Butler read the title of the resolution. MOTION It was moved by Commissioner Sleeter, seconded by Commissioner Bruckner to adopt Resolution No. 1566 and formally affirm the decisions of April 28th and the vote thereon. ROLL CALL: AYES: NOES: Commissioners Bell, Bruckner, Huang, Kalemkiarian, Sleeter, Murphy None Chairman Murphy noted that, there is a five working day appeal period after the adoption of the resolution. Appeals are to be filed by Tuesday, May 19 . MATTERS FROM CITY COUNCIL Chairman Murphy welcomed Council Member Roncelli to the Planning Commission meeting. Council Member Roncelli said he looked forward to with working with the Planning Commission. Areadi. City Planning ConnnisSion 9 5/12198 " -- MATIERS FROM PLANNING COMMISSON Commissioner Kalemkiarian invited the Planning Commission and staff to the grand opening of his business on June 17fh in Monrovia. . MODIFICATION COMMITTEE MEETING ACTIONS Commissioner Kalemkiarian recapped the actions taken by the Modification Committee. MATTERS FROM STAFF L CITY COUNCIL ACTONS 2. UPCOMING AGENDA ITEMS Ms. Butler recapped the upcoming projeCts before the Planning Commission. She stated that the scoping meeting for the Santa Anita project has tentatively been scheduled for June 10th. ADJOURNMENT 8:40 p.m. 4-~-~ ecretary, Arcadia ' 'tng Commission Amadia City Planning Connniasion 10 5/12198